Financial Management Budget Specialist III
Chenega
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Washington, DC · Posted October 29, 2026
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Summary
Financial Management/Budget Specialist III
Washington, DC
Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!
At Cyberstar, we aim to analyze and boost human and business performance through the implementation of business process redesign and information technology (IT) modernization to include data analytics and cloud computing.
We offer an alternate solution to improving the quality and effectiveness of business operations. In an ever-changing economy, Cyberstar helps companies better read and understand their market data through the synchronization of process innovation, human dynamics, analysis, and the integration of data technology capabilities, to ensure functional optimization in their business.
The Financial Management/Budget Specialist III supports the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office (AFRCO), the Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition Special Programs Division (SAF/AQL), and US Air Force combat and sustainment activities. Following applicable federal, Department of Defense, and Air Force acquisition policy, law, regulation, and guidance, the Financial Management/Budget Specialist III assists the Contracting Officer in the acquisition of critically needed national security capabilities.
Responsibilities
Manage the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
Provide staff support
Perform analysis of program funding for all PPBE phases and other budget exercises
Research and analyze program funding and execution trends data from sources, like the Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Develop cost-estimating models, life cycle cost estimates, and independent government cost estimates
Perform cost/benefit analyses, affordability analyses, cost estimating drills, economic analyses, and other cost assessments as required
Apply finance expertise in the areas of the requirements generation process, planning, programming, budgeting, execution process, and program life cycle costs
Identify issues, recommend solutions, and aid and advice associated with acquisition management of the Special Access Program (SAP) portfolio
Mentor and provide quality reviews of work products and deliverables of more junior staff as well as leading specific projects
Reviews justifications of all funding proposals and identifies optimum opportunities for meeting and exceeding program goals and objectives.
Provide staff support and perform analysis of program funding for all Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution phases and other budget exercises.
Support long-range financial planning and resource strategies.
Refines and implements processes for the obligation, monitoring, and close- out of contracts.
Works closely in procurement and acquisition to improve communications, flags budgetary issues of concern including End-of-Fiscal-Year deadlines and I-A cooperatively works toward program objectives.
Conduct financial systems analyses and modernization evaluations.
Identify opportunities for efficiencies in work process and innovative approaches to completing scope of work.
Develop financial analysis using large data sets.
Conduct relevant research, data analysis, and create operational and strategic level reports.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Masters of Art/Masters of Science/Masters of Engineering (MA/MS/ME) degree
10+ years of experience of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience with no less than two (2) years of experience in a SAP and/or SCI environment with at least one (1) year of that total being within the past 5 years
Active and valid driver’s license
Active TS/SCI clearance
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Poly)
DAWIA or FAC Level III certified or equivalent is preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office, experience with Classified accounting systems and Momentum applications is desired.
Proficient in classified accounting systems Momentum is preferred
Ability to work under aggressive schedules with demanding performance requirements
Ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS
How you’ll grow
At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn.
We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.
Benefits
At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.
Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.
Chenega MIOS’s culture
Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.
Corporate citizenship
Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.
Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world.
Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/
Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team
We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links:
Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com
Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/
#Cyberstar, LLC
Estimated Salary/Wage
USD $137,600.00/Yr. Up to USD $180,000.00/Yr.
Manage the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
Provide staff support
Perform analysis of program funding for all PPBE phases and other budget exercises
Research and analyze program funding and execution trends data from sources, like the Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Develop cost-estimating models, life cycle cost estimates, and independent government cost estimates
Perform cost/benefit analyses, affordability analyses, cost estimating drills, economic analyses, and other cost assessments as required
Apply finance expertise in the areas of the requirements generation process, planning, programming, budgeting, execution process, and program life cycle costs
Identify issues, recommend solutions, and aid and advice associated with acquisition management of the Special Access Program (SAP) portfolio
Mentor and provide quality reviews of work products and deliverables of more junior staff as well as leading specific projects
Reviews justifications of all funding proposals and identifies optimum opportunities for meeting and exceeding program goals and objectives.
Provide staff support and perform analysis of program funding for all Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution phases and other budget exercises.
Support long-range financial planning and resource strategies.
Refines and implements processes for the obligation, monitoring, and close- out of contracts.
Works closely in procurement and acquisition to improve communications, flags budgetary issues of concern including End-of-Fiscal-Year deadlines and I-A cooperatively works toward program objectives.
Conduct financial systems analyses and modernization evaluations.
Identify opportunities for efficiencies in work process and innovative approaches to completing scope of work.
Develop financial analysis using large data sets.
Conduct relevant research, data analysis, and create operational and strategic level reports.
Other duties as assigned
Masters of Art/Masters of Science/Masters of Engineering (MA/MS/ME) degree
10+ years of experience of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience with no less than two (2) years of experience in a SAP and/or SCI environment with at least one (1) year of that total being within the past 5 years
Active and valid driver’s license
Active TS/SCI clearance
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Poly)
DAWIA or FAC Level III certified or equivalent is preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office, experience with Classified accounting systems and Momentum applications is desired.
Proficient in classified accounting systems Momentum is preferred
Ability to work under aggressive schedules with demanding performance requirements
Ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS
How you’ll grow
At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn.
We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.
Benefits
At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.
Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.
Chenega MIOS’s culture
Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.
Corporate citizenship
Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.
Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world.
Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/
Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team
We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links:
Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com
Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/
#Cyberstar, LLC